The Sixth Globelics Conference, entitled “Micro Dynamics of Innovation and Development: Challenges for Developing Countries,” was held in Mexico City, Mexico, from 22 to 24 September 2008. Hosted by the Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana (UAM), the conference brought together an extensive international community of researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners to examine how innovation emerges within firms, […]
5th Globelics Conference (2007): Saratov, Russia
The Fifth Globelics Conference, held in Saratov, Russia, from 19 to 23 September 2007, marked a significant expansion of the Globelics network into Eastern Europe. Hosted by Saratov State Technical University, the conference adopted the theme “Regional and National Innovation Systems for Development, Competitiveness and Welfare: The Government–Academia–Industry Partnership,” emphasizing the importance of collaboration among […]
4th Globelics Conference (2006): Trivandrum, India
The Fourth Globelics Conference, held in Trivandrum, Kerala, India, from 4 to 7 October 2006, represented another milestone in the consolidation of the Globelics network as an international platform for research on innovation and development. Under the theme “Innovation Systems for Competitiveness and Shared Prosperity in Developing Countries,” the meeting brought together scholars, policymakers, and […]
AfricaLics Research Coordination Areas for Innovation and Development
AfricaLics successfully convened the Research Coordination Areas (RCAs) Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya, from 9–11 March 2026, bringing together researchers, RCA coordinators, senior scholars, and AfricaLics alumni to strengthen collaboration and shape the future of innovation and development (I&D) research across the continent. Hosted at the Eka Hotel, the workshop focused on integrating alumni into ongoing […]
3rd Globelics Conference (2005): Pretoria, South Africa
The Third Globelics Conference, entitled “Innovation Systems as a Framework for the Promotion of Economic Growth, Social Cohesion and Political Development,” was held in Pretoria, South Africa, from October 31 to November 4, 2005. Following the successful meetings in Rio de Janeiro in 2003 and Beijing in 2004, this conference represented an important milestone in […]
2nd Globelics Conference (2004): Beijing, China
The Second Globelics Conference, entitled “Innovation Systems and Development: Emerging Opportunities and Challenges,” was held in Beijing, China, from October 16 to 20, 2004. Hosted by the School of Economics and Management at Tsinghua University, the conference represented an important milestone in the consolidation of the Globelics network following its successful launch in Rio de […]
1st Globelics Conference (2003): Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The First Globelics Conference, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 2 to 6 November 2003, marked the official launch of the Globelics network and established a new international platform for research on innovation and development. Under the theme “Innovation Systems and Development Strategies for the Third Millennium,” the conference sought to strengthen collaboration among […]
Globelics International Conference 2025
The Globelics International Conference 2025 was held from 24 to 26 November 2025 at the National Research Foundation (NRF) in Pretoria, South Africa, under the theme “Innovation for Sustainable and Inclusive Development to Build Resilience for Global Challenges.” Organized by a consortium of South African members of the Globelics Network, the conference was co-hosted by […]
LALICS International Conference 2025
The 6th International Conference of the LALICS Network was held from September 10 to 12, 2025, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, under the theme “Innovation for Development in Latin America: Environmental, Economic and Social Sustainability in Democracy.” Organized by the Institute of Economics of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, the conference sought to […]
Applications for the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Enterprise Management at the National University of Quilmes
The National University of Quilmes (UNQ) has officially opened the call for applications for its Postgraduate Diploma in Public Enterprise Management (Diploma de Posgrado en Dirección de Empresas Públicas). This academic program is designed to address the increasing demand for specialized training in the administration, strategic direction, and operational management of state-owned enterprises. In an […]